Licensed Optician: Frame & Lens Expert

Visionworks of America; Village of Rockville Centre (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay

Overtime opportunities

Competitive pay

Job summary

Visionworks in Rockville Centre, NY is seeking a Part-Time Optical Associate to assist customers with frame and lens choices, interpreting prescriptions, and providing product information.

You will apply SERVE process, coordinate with the lab and optometrist, ensure pricing accuracy, maintain a clean dispensing area, and uphold HIPAA and privacy standards. Some responsibilities may include training apprentices and staying compliant with state licensure.

Qualifications

• Must maintain applicable state licensure for ophthalmic dispensing.
• Ability to explain optical products and interpret prescriptions.
• Knowledge of third-party insurance benefits and billing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with frame and lens selection, meeting social distance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with social distancing, cleaning protocols and hygiene practices.
• Provide customers with accurate product information regarding frames, lens selections and services.
• Inform customers about insurance benefits and any charges not covered by coverage.
• Utilize the SERVE process to identify needs and recommend lenses.
• Analyze and interpret prescriptions; coordinate with Lab and Optometrist for accuracy.
• Sell, fit and dispense frames and accessories with proper measurements and verification.
• Maintain a clean and orderly dispensing area.
• Maintain license requirements per State Guidelines.
• Provide feedback to Apprentice Opticians where applicable.
• Adhere to HIPAA and privacy policies; participate in trainings as required.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, workstations, and facilities.
• Complete additional responsibilities as business needs change.

Skills

Customer service

Optical product knowledge

Prescription interpretation

Insurance/billing basics

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Visionworks in Rockville Centre, NY is seeking a Part-Time Optical Associate to assist customers with frame and lens choices, interpreting prescriptions, and providing product information.

You will apply SERVE process, coordinate with the lab and optometrist, ensure pricing accuracy, maintain a clean dispensing area, and uphold HIPAA and privacy standards. Some responsibilities may include training apprentices and staying compliant with state licensure.